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Rebecca Munoz, speaking for the group, said the strengthening class averages more than 30 seniors per session and that the program aids recovery from surgeries and maintains seniors' health and social connections. She said prior cancellations and delays have left seniors \"lost\" in the gym and asked the city to recruit instructors and preserve classes including Zumba, yoga, strengthening and tai chi.

Parks and recreation staff responded on the record: Recreation Director Gomez (as named by the mayor's response) was asked to connect Munoz with the recreation department to address recruitment and scheduling. City staff said they would follow up to determine instructor recruitment status and report back to the speaker.

Why it matters: Senior‑oriented recreation programs provide health and social benefits for older residents; speakers said continuity and adequate staffing are essential to preserving those benefits.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - 9/16/2025","oneSentenceSummary","A group of older residents told council that a popular strengthening class at the Norwalk Sports Complex has not had a permanent replacement instructor three months after a promotion; they asked staff to recruit instructors and keep programs that support senior health.","taxTitle","Norwalk, Los Angeles County, California","taxId",4534,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6469175,"Residents press Norwalk council to act after reported ICE activity; speakers call for local protections",315,4388000,4703000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7&start=4388&end=4703","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7/thumbnail_4388000.jpg","/articles/6469175/Norwalk/Los-Angeles-County/California/Residents-press-Norwalk-council-to-act-after-reported-ICE-activity-speakers-call-for-local-protections","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6469175-a587295e22ce0026b6d6df37f5e385dd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174818&Signature=djr5sfOrMy8JL-UJ1NNjoUNCtuz7wuojSopGkgPoy-Unq11T8VRZHeTAtgaNDl5qVeXAuBppU3yAIhPKk4w5Kb1pAUTbFm6ECNQ39ZLFa-IhoSR5lhQiYdgDZFU15PJenA9Ep~gRTuejTUn8Wt3vpj9RHOgYf8vwtk1rOSebka2iXAt5TE9~inN34TYC~s9o8EkKOYF5F6wg6jd-0eV5nUPw3G636CtmnDFqLfwNbBCAvZFOXf4RzW2IBsMlG7n5MowliWGg11iOGzvYItVV2~OgmI2Z5jQQn1oEDKlTIFUX03DduvaMRyBFVtlZzA7qiGe~o5U8Vb2BoEQt4CW3Kw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several residents used public comment time to urge the Norwalk City Council to take concrete action to limit immigration enforcement activity in the city, saying recent incidents — which speakers described as ICE presence near a school and at a parking lot — have traumatized families and left children vulnerable.

A speaker identifying themself as Aaron (last name unclear) said Norwalk has a population that is roughly 70 percent Latino and urged the council to protect residents' civil rights. \"People believe that it cannot happen to them,\" the speaker said, and accused elected officials of offering only performative recognition of Latino culture while failing to adopt policies that would limit federal immigration enforcement activities in Norwalk.

Another commenter (identified in the record as Wahaca) said the city has been under an \"ICE siege\" and described an incident last week near Dolan Elementary School and another where a street vendor was detained in a parking lot near Home Depot on Alondra. That speaker said families and children were harmed and urged the council to act beyond ceremonial proclamations.

Speakers named elected officials in their remarks — Councilmembers Valencia, Perez, Ayala and Ramirez — and challenged the council to implement policies that would provide protections to undocumented residents rather than symbolic recognition.

City staff and council did not respond with new policy actions during the meeting; public comment items were recorded and speakers' concerns were acknowledged on the record.","Multiple public‑comment speakers urged the council to enact policies to limit ICE enforcement activity in Norwalk, citing recent reported incidents near schools and workplaces and criticizing elected officials for inaction.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6469179,"Norwalk awards crisis communications contract to Moreno Group for up to $100,000",1038,3119000,4157000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7&start=3119&end=4157","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7/thumbnail_3119000.jpg","/articles/6469179/Norwalk/Los-Angeles-County/California/Norwalk-awards-crisis-communications-contract-to-Moreno-Group-for-up-to-100000","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6469179-03dd977dbef8aa5af58c13b5e9b2318f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174818&Signature=O6FiqWUPkmojDzE4psdQ4xxqORpKOU6NcZtAnJD8gfldXsHHm7dv~fIe46i39Th49xbMMmz5Y2PtPUBmhfJ7UYqMG7FGmkouqo2hWE4solVASwAOm5Xl64L8ZN1WOouYo8KNokl20S6ad5uo0ElPhM9X2X95e-QbvGh~vuys7wZrnXc0XljhOSfRjFTtdEBa0DRZzO5RaEX70Q5nqT86akT-HIGvMsf5RIfIwSuMytB-gRcnf69H7mPl-FeV6VPUE1zcPhA~Irxj744Rab8xUGfqIhf7UyWNWdfi1zVY8Z5zYAQ-OkIK-8YtdmVW5n7fWBkh0o~8XCENXYjI1Jnqww__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Norwalk City Council voted unanimously to award a crisis communications services contract to the Moreno Group after staff said the firm best met a revised scope of work requiring 24/7 surge support and bilingual public messaging.

Levy Sung, who presented the item, outlined a competitive process: an RFP published July 1, three proposals received, interviews on Aug. 8, and evaluation of firms for municipal crisis experience and 24/7 surge capacity. Sung said the Moreno Group (principals Moises Moreno and Raul Riesco were present) has supported prior city responses, including communications around homelessness initiatives and other high‑profile incidents.

The contract is for one year with an optional one‑year extension, a monthly retainer not to exceed $3,000 and a maximum contract sum of $100,000 inclusive of billable crisis activities. The scope includes 24/7 surge coverage, bilingual messaging in English and Spanish, defined performance standards (response times, deliverables) and periodic reporting.

Council discussion reflected differing views on whether the city should continue contracting the outside firm while the Communications and Public Affairs Department continues building in‑house capacity. Councilmember Rick Ramirez said the original intent for a consultant was temporary and urged that staff be trained to handle the work internally; Levy Sung and City Manager (Jesus) said the in‑house team is not yet equipped for full 24/7 crisis response and that the one‑year contract allows time to reassess and transition if appropriate.

The council approved the contract by roll call: Councilmembers Ramirez, Valencia and Vice Mayor Jennifer Perez voted Aye; Mayor Tony Ayala voted Aye.

Why it matters: The contract creates a dedicated, on‑call communications capacity intended to ensure rapid, multilingual public information during incidents such as storms, public safety events or large‑scale homelessness operations. The cost ceiling and defined performance metrics are intended to hold the contractor to measurable standards while staff builds internal capacity.","Council approved a one‑year contract (with a one‑year option) for crisis communications support to the Moreno Group with a monthly retainer of $3,000 and a maximum contract amount of $100,000; council debate centered on whether the work should be brought fully in‑house.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_46":104,"_48":105,"_50":106,"_52":107,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":108,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":109,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6469184,"Norwalk council adopts infrastructure financing plan for Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District",1040,2072000,3112000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7&start=2072&end=3112","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7/thumbnail_2072000.jpg","/articles/6469184/Norwalk/Los-Angeles-County/California/Norwalk-council-adopts-infrastructure-financing-plan-for-Enhanced-Infrastructure-Financing-District","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6469184-41dc389518faa619c4da3a6199b8201e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174818&Signature=PXe-cHQ8YHIg5741bbIihv6~AvkCkg1CHPse4hui7y5-R~0pb2f~EXVPvMN2li9tLRop-ijxc6Cf1RCmtMxMgwqfYP1ws3HoouQ-2agj5WAHH1xh-8xOy1s6cTBBZzrmL5kLY64ZIwV2rXOEsqJ6KsA4lL2vG0wxoUSdqmbJbLylT~zvEW61Bkhjq~pxkWnrLHLFtBhQ~TBtq9Dixsf8mRa7QazMMEBnEceO1quKDadPAdXjyDsjeBRjpZ9YmHDsPayrZue7z3VYUDzeIvT2waga5hEH~Ll1dGCUvOCB2Q1B8FO74-gdwgU8gpDlDkxd-Y0LyBqam0F~oaLXQu4xng__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Norwalk City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 25‑44 approving the infrastructure financing plan (IFP) for the Norwalk Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) and the proposed allocation of the city's portion of future property tax increment within the district.

Staff presenter Alex Hamilton described the EIFD as a financing tool intended to catalyze redevelopment at scattered opportunity sites across the city, including the former California Youth Authority (CYA) parcel. Hamilton said the financing plan assumes a 50/50 split of incremental property tax revenues between the city and Los Angeles County and estimates that the district could support roughly 2,500 housing units citywide, of which about 896 would be affordable.

Hamilton and consultants presented financial assumptions and a map of EIFD boundaries. Eligible projects identified in the plan include affordable housing (Hamilton said the CYA property proposal includes a requirement that 40% of its residential units be affordable), roadway and utility capacity improvements, parks and open space, and transit connectivity. The plan also contemplates the ability to issue bonds against future increment to accelerate capital projects.

Hamilton said public notices and outreach had been performed as required by law and outlined next steps: Public Finance Authority protest hearings (proposed Oct. 7 and Nov. 18, 2025) and a County Board of Supervisors consideration in November; target completion for formation and implementation is December 2025. He warned that any material changes to the financing plan after council action would require returning to council for approval.

Council discussion focused on homeowner tax impacts and property owner notification. Councilmember Anna Valencia asked whether the EIFD would increase homeowners' property tax bills; Hamilton said the plan would not affect existing homeowners' tax bills because EIFD revenues are generated only from incremental assessed value on redeveloped parcels and apply to the property owner of the redeveloped parcel, not to other residents. Councilmember Rick Ramirez urged proactive notification to property owners within the proposed district; Hamilton and other staff said legal notification would be provided and that the financing tool is often pitched to property owners as a benefit because increment can be used to fund infrastructure serving their project.

The council then moved and seconded the resolution and approved it by roll call: Councilmembers Ramirez, Valencia and Vice Mayor Jennifer Perez voted Aye; Mayor Tony Ayala voted Aye.

Why it matters: The EIFD is intended to provide a dedicated funding source to finance public infrastructure and affordable housing by capturing growth in assessed value at targeted redevelopment sites. If implemented, it could accelerate projects and make the city more competitive for additional grants by demonstrating a local dedicated funding source.

Key facts: Resolution No. 25‑44 adopted the IFP pursuant to Government Code Sections 53398.668 and 53398.75; consultants (identified in staff materials) provided financial modeling; the plan calls for a 50/50 city/county split of increment and identifies multiple eligible project types, including affordable housing with project‑level affordability commitments.","Council approved Resolution No. 25-44 to adopt an infrastructure financing plan for a Norwalk Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD), allocating a portion of future property tax increment and proposing a 50/50 county‑city split of increment; estimated outcomes include roughly 2,500 housing units and about 896 affordable units.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_46":116,"_48":117,"_50":118,"_52":119,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":120,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":121,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6469189,"Norwalk reports settlement with state; housing moratorium allowed to expire and housing element recertification expected",342,444000,786000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7&start=444&end=786","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5781104-16f2ec7b49de0a354c3653a0065440a7/thumbnail_444000.jpg","/articles/6469189/Norwalk/Los-Angeles-County/California/Norwalk-reports-settlement-with-state-housing-moratorium-allowed-to-expire-and-housing-element-recertification-expected","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6469189-b5726269eb46692aba7ef5b48be7c696/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174818&Signature=UsU3NX-6r9eSuFCNJoEuKzT62Jd3Upxv0IfIHuzTFmDRS~DI8cro~ylPeb3WJEUBRz9i1qWAMyGIWx7bKdkJOB4GzURYCedtiNpIncYHQbxHiikrYXCrLnYylERQq9LfnZWh0tNvxRUiYNlYdBBlQu2Uii3KZInGeNNFl9YRIIShGeg2RFsbobTrwj15BUnEhbd8fN-mgbyxLXyU54vU-cbRtHfYX8FZKFVWNefo4nNOcBGFnOgGe8i0WDoPnkL4DCvIhddnBixXVHbVsnVrwxJvqVkOTNQJSzFSJKbhVEpIwpSb6sgfqha-YJlDW8kqXikQMkzaJTIGB9DrbiRD4w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City Attorney Glassman told the Norwalk City Council during a closed-session report that the city and the State of California have resolved litigation by stipulation and that the court approved a stipulated final judgment on Sept. 5, 2025. As part of the settlement, the council allowed the urgency moratorium ordinance (No. 24‑1752U), which had limited transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, shelters and single‑room occupancy housing, to expire \"by its terms,\" the attorney said.

The attorney said the agreement includes steps the city must take to have its housing element reinstated and that the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), \"through the deputy attorney general handling this matter,\" indicated the city's housing element would be recertified by Friday. He also said $250,000 placed in a housing trust as part of the settlement are funds controlled by the city and not a payment to the state.

The stipulation and the judge's approval mean proposals for transitional or supportive housing projects may now be submitted and will be processed \"in the ordinary course,\" Glassman told the council. He flagged that two other closed‑session items were briefed but required no reportable action.

Why it matters: The court‑approved settlement and the expiration of the moratorium remove a legal barrier that had restricted certain housing project types, a step city staff identified as necessary for the housing element process. HCD recertification is a threshold for many state funding and planning processes.

Details from the closed session: Glassman said the moratorium ordinance had been adopted Aug. 6, 2024 (Ordinance No. 24‑1752U) and that the city took action in a public hearing on Sept. 5 to allow that ordinance to expire (the attorney referenced dates in the settlement discussion). He said the judge in the case was Judge Chalfant and that the stipulated final judgment and order was signed Sept. 5, 2025.

City Manager and council members did not take additional public action at the meeting on the settlement beyond Glassman's report. The attorney said other closed‑session items presented that evening required no reportable action.

What the city said about settlement funds: Glassman emphasized the $250,000 in trust funds are earmarked for housing projects and remain under city control rather than being a payment to the state.

Looking ahead: With the moratorium expired and HCD review reportedly imminent, staff said developers may again submit projects that previously would have been restricted, and the city expects to process them under standard permitting and review timelines.","City attorney reported the city and state resolved litigation by stipulation; the council allowed an August 2024 moratorium on transitional and supportive housing to expire, and the Department of Housing and Community Development signaled the city's housing element will be recertified.","actionData","errors"]

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